Yes, according to some cultural beliefs, 14 is considered a "bad" number.
According to the provided reference, the number 14 is disliked because of its pronunciation in some dialects. Specifically:
- The number 14 "Fourteen" sounds like "must die". Therefore, nobody likes this number.
Therefore, the negativity surrounding the number 14 is primarily based on its phonetic similarity to unlucky phrases in certain languages. This is a cultural belief and not a universally held view.
